Scleral Lenses for Severe Dry Eye: All‑Day Moisture Reservoir

Scleral Lenses for Severe Dry Eye: All‑Day Moisture Reservoir

At OC Optometry Group, we understand that living with severe dry eye isn’t just uncomfortable—it can deeply affect your daily life. That constant burning, gritty sensation or eye redness can make it difficult to read, focus on work, or enjoy time outdoors. That’s why we are proud to offer a specialized, effective solution: scleral lenses.

Unlike traditional contact lenses, scleral lenses are designed to rest gently on the white part of the eye (the sclera) and vault over the cornea, creating a protective dome. The space between the lens and the cornea is filled with sterile saline solution, forming an all-day moisture reservoir that continuously hydrates the eye’s surface.

This design not only provides long-lasting relief from dryness, but also protects the cornea from external irritants, promoting visual comfort and clarity throughout the day.

Scleral lenses are especially beneficial for patients with Sjögren’s syndrome, severe ocular surface disease, or post-surgical complications. Each lens is custom-designed to fit your unique eye shape, ensuring stability, safety, and optimal therapeutic benefit.

At OC Optometry Group, we specialize in fitting scleral lenses using advanced diagnostic tools and imaging technology. If you’ve struggled to find relief from other dry eye treatments, scleral lenses may be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.